His Ex Marks the Spot (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1940, His Ex Marks the Spot is a comedy film directed by Jules White, running about 18 minutes. “Rock With Laughter At Keaton's Capers!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Buster's home life is disrupted when his ex-wife and her boyfriend move in.
Who’s in it. His Ex Marks the Spot stars Buster Keaton as Buster - the husband, Elsie Ames as His ex wife, Matt McHugh as Radcliffe - the ex wife's boyfriend and Dorothy Appleby as His wife, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, His Ex Marks the Spot has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch His Ex Marks the Spot page.
If you liked it. Fans of His Ex Marks the Spot tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch His Ex Marks the Spot (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for His Ex Marks the Spot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is His Ex Marks the Spot worth watching?
- His Ex Marks the Spot holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in His Ex Marks the Spot?
- His Ex Marks the Spot stars Buster Keaton, Elsie Ames, Matt McHugh, Dorothy Appleby and Jack 'Tiny' Lipson.
- When was His Ex Marks the Spot released?
- His Ex Marks the Spot was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.